There are a number of misconceptions that exist about the commercial bail industry. For instance, many people assume that the fee you pay a bail agent is exorbitant. The truth is that many bonds are 10% of the total cost of the bail. This means that if you have bail set at $5000, a bondsman can post the bail on your behalf and you will only pay $500 to the bail agent.
Another common misconception is that bail allows criminals to be back on the street. The truth is that if a defendant is released under pretrial services they are less likely to appear in court than if they are released on a bond with a financial interest in appearing. Furthermore, Pretrial services are paid for by tax payers at a great expense to the public while commercial bail bonds are paid by the arrestee and/or their family. There is no cost to the public when commercial bail is posted.
A defendant with a financial security interest in appearing in court has proven the most effective tool. Bail agents have a vested interested in finding defendants who fail to appear in court as opposed to an over-burdened court system. Not only does commercial bail involve a financial investment from the defendant but friends and family often have a financial investment making it less likely that a defendant would fail to appear in court.
The commercial bail industry has gotten a bad rap for being a for-profit business that is not invested in the welfare of defendants. The truth is that bail agents work closely with the defendant and his/her family to assist them with all aspects of their case. Bondsman will usually know a defendant’s next court date and the status of the case.
Bail is a constitutional right. It is there to protect the public as well as guarantee a defendant’s future appearance in court. It is an effective system that has proven itself time and time again.
Premiere Bail Bonds has trusted, professional bail agents. We truly care about the well-being of every client and will do everything to make the bail process easy and convenient. Our agents understand that this can be a difficult time for you and your family. We are here to help. To find out more about commercial bail or to speak with certified bail agent contact us today at 800-662-0056.